What's Happening @ the Library
 
Welcome to our monthly newsletter.  We wanted to provide an update on how to access our services.  We have masks, wipes and gloves available for patrons who request them. We want you to use the library, but we want you to be safe, too. We are allowing patrons to reserve our study rooms (up to 3 days in advance) and we have tables out for use.   To reserve a study room visit: https://southplainfield.librarycalendar.com/reserve-room .Our hours are as follows:  Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 10am-8pm Tuesday, Friday 10am-6pm,  and Saturdays 11am-3pm.   
The Library will be closed Saturday May 27 and Monday May 29 in observance of Memorial Day.  We will re-open Tuesday May 30.

Contact-less Pickup is another great option for patrons who don't feel comfortable coming into the building, but who would still like to use our collection. If we don't have what you're looking for, you can go to our online catalog and search for what you're looking for and place it on hold from one of the libraries in our system.  If you're looking for some recommendations, check out our booklists for adults created by the librarians in a variety of genres. All the information is on our website (southplainfield.lib.nj.us/curbside.htm), and there are also written and video tutorials to help guide you in this process. All items can be picked up Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 10:00 AM to 8 PM, Tuesday and Friday 10:00 AM to 6 PM and Saturday 11 AM to 3 PM. Staff will contact you when your items are ready to be picked up. 


The Wedding Planner by Danielle Steel The 23rd Midnight by James Patterson
Identity by Nora Roberts The Bride Wore White by Amanda Quick
The Half Moon by Mary Beth Keane The True Love Experiment by Christina Lauren
The Ferryman by Justin Cronin The Guest by Emma Cline
Beware the Woman by Megan Abbott Leave It to the March Sisters by Annie Sereno
Homebodies by Tembe Denton-Hurst Graceland by Nancy Crochiere
The Body in the Web by Katherine Hall Page The Chateau by Jaclyn Goldis

Between Two Strangers by Kate White

The Three of Us by Ore Agbaje-Williams
Queen Charlotte by Julia Quinn Happiness is Overrated by Cuong Lu
Our Migrant Souls by Hector Tobar Meet Me at the Lake by Carly Fortune
 

If you would like to put any of these books on hold, please visit our 

library catalog and log into your account with your library barcode and PIN number






click here to register for the program


May is National Barbeque Month

National Barbecue Month in May encourages us to break out our special recipes and get some mouthwatering deliciousness started.

Whether you prefer charcoal, wood, or gas, barbecuing is fundamentally a slow cooking method over indirect heat. While the type of protein and seasonings vary, each part of the country specializes in their own flavors and sauces. From sweet to spicy, techniques range from region to region and state to state. Even the way a place smokes their barbecue can be considered unique!

Pork is the original barbecue meat, but beef, chicken, lamb, and other proteins find their way into barbecue. Some of the best side dishes associated with this time-honored cuisine are coleslaw, macaroni & cheese, and baked beans.


Other things happening in May:

National Orange Juice Day is May 4
On May 4th National Orange Juice Day recognizes America’s most popular breakfast drink. Orange juice holds a large margin over second-place apple juice, too. People have been waking up to a glass of orange juice for many years and enjoying the health benefits it gives them. Enjoy a nice cold glass of orange juice with your breakfast. Which do you prefer – extra pulp or no pulp versions? It can also be used in sweet and savory dishes. 
 
Chocolate Chip Day is May 15

Whether eaten by the handful, or baked into cookies and other desserts, chocolate chips make life a little sweeter. Celebrate Chocolate Chip Day by trying out a new recipe that uses chocolate chips.  The first thing to do is remember that Chocolate Chip Day isn’t just about cookies, it’s about all the things you can include chocolate chips in! Pancakes, muffins, pudding, ice cream, granola bars, pies, these are just a few of the wonderful creations you can add them to. 

 
 
International Hamburger Day is May 28
There's nothing quite like a juicy burger piled high with all the fixings. Whether you prefer classic beef patties with American cheese, creative Italian-style burgers, or delicious meatless burgers, this is the day for kicking back and enjoying one for a meal. ​ 
 
 

Database of the Month
Universal Class offers free online non-credit courses for your personal enrichment. Courses are accessible 24/7 via the Internet, and are offered in a wide variety of subjects, including business, computers, baking, cooking, crafts & hobbies, do-it-yourself, health, home & garden, office skills, parenting & family, personal care, psychology, real estate, self-help, religious & spiritual studies, web development, writing, and more. You will have up to 6 months to finish each course, and each course has a real instructor you can communicate with by email! You will need a library card to access this resource.